Introduction Grizzly bears? Rattlesnakes? Treacherous water falls? Indians?
Are you ready for adventure? Are you brave enough to explore the unknown?
One thing's for sure, you'll need plenty of courage andstamina ! This is no backyard camping trip! You are about to join Captain Meriwether Lewis and William Clark and the Corps of Discovery on a journey to the unexplored West. President Thomas Jefferson has directed you to explore the land west of the Mississippi River with the goal of finding a waterway that would connect to the Pacific Ocean, and opening up trade to the West.
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The Task
Your job will be to form a team of four or five specialists that will work together to report back to President Jefferson about the discoveries you've made, and chronicle the journey for future generations to come. Each team member will have a job to do, but you will need to work together to collect information and survive the trip. Will you be the Map Maker? the Model Designer? the Journalist? the Inventory Technician? or the Native American Ambassador? Are you ready for danger and adventure?
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The Process Follow each of the steps below inorder. You will be guided through the journey with a series of instructions and links to expedition experts. Be sure to keep track of your journey and discoveries through notes and illustrations. You may want to use Inspiration to help organize your information.
STEP 1:
You will need to create a team of 4-5 specialists for this expedition. Each member will work on a different task for the team, so you will need to include individuals who are good at specific skills. (Your teacher may have some good ideas about how to choose team members that will work cooperatively together, and allow each member to have a job that matches his or her talents and skills!)
STEP 2:
Next, decide who will become the specialist for each task.
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Map Maker The Map Maker is a good artist and is good at copying an image or picture on paper. Drawing is a natural talent of the Map Maker, and creating detailed pictures neatly and creatively is a plus!
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Inventory Specialist The Inventory Specialist is good at writing short descriptions of things, and good at sketching new objects. He or she needs to be very organized, because the Inventory Specialist will have to keep track of the new discoveries found on the trip.
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Journalist The Journalist is a good writer, and someone who enjoys writing. Since he or she will be writing about the journey, the Journalist should be someone who can create a sense of excitement in the journal entries, specifically emphasizing "voice". Another important skill would be note-taking.
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Model Maker The Model Maker is also a good artist, but he or she likes to work with 3 dimensional materials, like clay, wood, fabric, or wire. The Model Maker is also good at recreating miniature copies of actual places, objects, or creatures.
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Native American Ambassador The Native American Ambassador is a great "people person!" He or she knows the right way to communicate with people from different cultures, and is interested in finding out how people from other cultures live.
Note: If you only have 4 members on the team, you can eliminate one of the specialists, but be sure to have a Journalist and a Map Maker!
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STEP 3:
Your job is to collect data of the journey with as much detail as possible. At then end of the journey, you will need to present your findings to a highly educated committee organized by President Jefferson. They will decide whether your mission was a victorious success or a **dismal** failure! In order to provide them with as much information as possible, each of your team specialists will focus on a different part of the presentation. (Please click on the icon (picture) for your job for the specifics.) You will provide the following:
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a detailed map of the Western Territory, including the trail followed by the explorers, the geographical land forms and bodies of water found there, major events along the way, and where they encountered Native American Tribes. (You may need to work with the N.A. Ambassador for this part!)
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3-4 models of man-made structures, tools, and modes of transportation that the explorers created, used, or discovered along the way.
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a graphic presentation of the new discoveries found by the explorers, to include plant and animal life, as well as any other **specimen** previously unknown to those in the eastern United States. You will need a list of the discoveries, plus a poster to include 3-4 of those discoveries with details about the discovery and a hand-drawn picture.
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8-12 journal entries describing the journey throughout the two years the explorers were on the trail. Two or three entries may be selected to be read aloud within the presentation.
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a presentation of the different tribes of Native Americans encountered along the way, along with information about how each tribe related to the explorers; for example, were they friendly or **hostile** ? You decide how best to present this information -- in a written report, a poster, or some other creative way.
To see how the panel will evaluate your presentation, click here !
To begin your journey, click here !
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Now it's time to say goodbye and start off on your journey! Kiss your mother goodbye, and pack your bags. It's time to go!
The first part of our journey begins just north of St. Louis, Missouri at Wood River camp. Here you will stay as preparations are made for the trip.
To prepare you for your adventure, each member of the group should begin by completing the journey on the "Go West With Lewis and Clark" website. Click the words below to get started! PS - If you're a JOURNALIST, you might want to pay attention to the JOURNAL signs on the different pages! They have short snippets of real journals kept during the expedition. There are also several "DID YOU KNOW" signs that offer information that might be helpful for all team members!
(When you are finished, just close the National Geographic site, and you'll see this page again!)
What's Next? Now that you have a little background knowledge, it's time to get to work.
Look for the picture that matches your job. (Position the mouse over the picture and a small title will come up letting you know which job it is!) Click on the picture to go to the page for your task. Whenever you need a reminder about what your job is, you can click on that picture to take you back to that page!
JOURNALIST
MAP MAKER
INVENTORY SPECIALIST
MODEL MAKER
NATIVE AMERICAN AMBASSADOR
What do I do?
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JOURNALIST
Where ever you are in this webquest, you can get back to this page by clicking on the journal icon (picture!). Refer back to this page to remind yourself what the task is!
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1. Here is a reminder about the task you are responsible for: * Create 8-12 journal entries describing the journey throughout the two years the explorers were on the trail. Two or three entries may be selected to be read aloud within the presentation.
Use special paper to make your journal look authentic!
2. You may want to make or use special paper to make your journal more realistic. You can take white (or off-white) construction paper and roll it up in a ball to wrinkle it. Do this several times, then smooth the paper out. To make it look older, paint both sides of the paper with strong tea or coffee. Let it hang to dry, or press it between two layers of paper towel. When it is dry, you can use a thin pen or marker to write your entries. (Make one sheet for each entry!)
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3. Now begin your research! You will need to take notes as you navigate on the world wide web! Later, you will use these notes to write your journal entries, as if you were a member of the Corps of Discovery!
Here are some great links to help you get started! Be sure to include information from each leg of the journey.
Click on the boat to go to the Research Links page!
What do I do?
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MAP MAKER
Where ever you are in this webquest, you can get back to this page by clicking on the map icon (picture!). Refer back to this page to remind yourself what the task is!
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1. Here is a reminder about the task you are responsible for: * Create a detailed map of the Western Territory, including the trail followed by the explorers.
Be sure to include the geographic landforms and major bodies of water found there.
Indicate on your map, the places where the expedition stopped, or where major events happened.
Indicate where the Native American tribes were encountered along the way.
If known, show where major discoveries were found!
2. You may want to make or use special paper to make your map more realistic. A brown paper grocery bag may work well, or you can create some "antique" looking paper to make your map on. Take white (or off-white) construction paper and roll it up in a ball to wrinkle it. (Use a 18x24 size or larger.) Do this several times, then smooth the paper out. To make it look older, paint both sides of the paper with strong tea or coffee. Let it hang to dry, or press it between two layers of paper towel. When it is dry, you can use a thin pen or marker to draw the map outline. Use color on your map to show different types of information!
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3. Now begin your research! You will need to take notes as you navigate on the world wide web! Later, you will use these notes to create your map, as if you were a member of the Corps of Discovery!
Here are some great links to help you get started! Be sure to include information from each leg of the journey.
Click on the boat to go to the Research Links page!
What do I do?
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Inventory Specialist
Where ever you are in this webquest, you can get back to this page by clicking on the pen & scroll icon (picture!). Refer back to this page to remind yourself what the task is!
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1. Here is a reminder about the task you are responsible for:
* Create a list of the new "discoveries" that were found during the expedition.
Draw pictures of 3 or 4 of the items that were discovered.
For each of the items you choose to draw, include major facts and details to help describe the items.
Tell where the items were found and why their discovery was significant.
2. You may want to make or use special paper to make your list and pictures more realistic. You can take white (or off-white) construction paper and roll it up in a ball to wrinkle it. Do this several times, then smooth the paper out. To make it look older, paint both sides of the paper with strong tea or coffee. Let it hang to dry, or press it between two layers of paper towel. When it is dry, you can use a thin pen or marker to write your list or draw pictures. (Make one sheet of paper for each item, and one for the list!)
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3. Now begin your research! You will need to take notes as you navigate on the world wide web! Later, you will use these notes to create your list and item detail sheets, as if you were a member of the Corps of Discovery!
Here are
some great links to help you get started! Be sure to include information from each leg
of the journey.
Click on the boat to go to the Research Links
page!
What do I do?
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Model Maker
Where ever you are in this webquest, you can get back to this page by clicking on the model ship icon (picture!). Refer back to this page to remind yourself what the task is!
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1. Here is a reminder about the task you are responsible for:
* Create 3 or 4 models of items the explorers used, created, or discovered on their journey.
Your models may be made of clay, wood, metal, paper, or other suitable material. (Or a combination of materials.)
The models do not have to be "actual size." Use your judgement about what size is appropriate to best represent the item.
Whenever possible, paint or color your model as appropriate.
In your presentation, you should be prepared to talk about the objects and why they were important. Write some notes on index cards to help you prepare.
3. Now begin your research! You will need to take notes as you navigate on the world wide web! Later, you will use these notes to create sketches and models of the items you choose, along with detailed descriptions, as if you were a member of the Corps of Discovery!
Here are
some great links to help you get started! Be sure to include information from each leg
of the journey.
Click on the boat to go to the Research Links
page!
What do I do?
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Native American Ambassador
Where ever you are in this webquest, you can get back to this page by clicking on the Native American icon (picture!). Refer back to this page to remind yourself what the task is!
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1. Here is a reminder about the task you are responsible for: * Create a presentation or report about the different Native American tribes that the Lewis and Clark expedition encountered along the way.
Your presentation can be a written report or a large poster.
Included the name of the tribe and what part of the US they lived in.
What was the relationship like between the Lewis and Clark Corps of Discovery and each tribe? (Report about each tribe!)
How did the tribe hurt or help the expedition?
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2. Now begin your research! You will need to take notes as you navigate on the world wide web! Later, you will use these notes to create your report or poster about the Native American tribes, along with detailed descriptions. Create your presentation as if you were a member of the Corps of Discovery!
Here are
some great links to help you get started! Be sure to include information from each leg
of the journey.
Click on the boat to go to the Research Links
page!
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Click on your job title below to find interesting links that will be helpful in completing your task!
When you click on a link a new window will open. Just close the window to get back to this page!
Happy surfing!
Inventory Specialist (6) Journalist (8) Map Maker (5) Model Maker (14) Native American Ambassador (11) Team Links (12)|| These links may be helpful for all of the team members! || ||
Evaluation || Each team will be judged on several criteria listed below. Each specialist is responsible for his or her own part in the project, but the group will also be graded on their presentation and on how well they worked together during the preparation and research phases of the project. ||
To receive the highest score: (See Specialist Rubric for each team member) Each team member must complete the portion of the project that is assigned to their specialty area. * Each team member's project must be completed as described on the specialist pages.
Projects, posters, models, and reports must be neatly done, with attention to detail.
In addition:
All team members will participate in the presentation.
Information is shared orally, and not just read from a paper, card, or poster.
Team members will be prepared for the presentation, which includes:
Completing all projects (models, posters, reports)
Preparing notes to use during the presentation
Practicing the presentation at least once before sharing in front of the class
Finally:
Team members must cooperate during the research process
Team members will share information and links with each other
Team members will collaborate, share ideas, and respect each other's work and opinion throughout the entire process
Team members will work for the group, not for themselves.
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TEAMWORK RUBRIC
3
2
1
0
Teamwork
Team members worked together, got along during group work times and cooperated with each other at all times.
Team members worked together, got along during group work times and cooperated with each other most of the time.
Team members worked together, got along during group work times and cooperated with each other occasionally.
No evidence of team members working cooperatively.
Sharing
Team members helped each other to collect data. Sites, data, or other information was shared often by several members.
Team members frequently helped each other to collect data. Sites, data, or other information was shared often by 2-3 members.
Team members only rarely helped each other to collect data, or only one team member shared frequently.
No evidence of team members sharing data or information.
Encouraging
Evaluator frequently witnessed team members giving compliments/praise to others in the group. Positive non-verbal communication may have been observed.
Evaluator sometimes witnessed team members giving compliments/praise to others in the group. Positive non-verbal communication may have been observed.
Evaluator only rarely witnessed team members giving compliments or praise to others in their group.
No evidence of team members encouraging each other.
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PRESENTATION
3
2
1
Organization
Presentation is well-organized in how information is presented.
Presentation is somewhat organized in how information is presented.
Presentation lacks organization.
Preparation
Team members met several times to plan and the presentation reflected good preparation.
Some planning and preparation is evident from the presentation.
Preparation showed evidence of little planning and preparation.
Content
Presentation included maximum information.
Information was accurate and significant.
Presentation included sufficient information.
Information was mostly accurate and significant.
Presentation included minimum information.
Some information was accurate and significant. Though some inaccuracies may be present.
Voice
All team members spoke clearly and loudly during the presentation.
Most team members spoke clearly and loudly during the presentation.
Few team members spoke clearly and loudly during the presentation.
Q & A
The team was able to answer all questions
The team was able to answer most questions
The team was able to answer few questions
Participation
All team members participated equally.
Most team members participated.
Some team members participated.
Utilization of assignments
The projects each team member created were used creatively during the presentation.
The projects each team member created were referenced during the presentation.
The projects each team member created were not used meaningfully during the presentation.
BONUS: Costumes & Props
Most members wore costumes or used props to enhance their presentation.
Some members wore costumes or used props to enhance their presentation.
One member wore a costume or used props to enhance their presentation.
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INDIVIDUAL SPECIALIST
(For points, multiply score x 5)
5 (E)
4 (S+)
3 (S)
2 (S-)
1 (U)
0 (U)
Journalist
Journal created with 8-12 meaningful entries that reflect historical events.
Each entry is at least 2-3 paragraphs.
Journal is well written and free from mechanical errors.
Journal fewer than 8entries
OR
Entries are not 2-3 paragraphs
OR
Journal entries contain few errors.
Journal has fewer than 6 entries
AND/OR
Entries are not 2-3 paragraphs
AND/OR
Journal contains some errors.
Journal has fewer than 4 entries
AND/OR
Entries are not 2-3 paragraphs
AND/OR
Journal contains several errors.
Journal has 2 or fewer entries
AND/OR
Entries are not 2-3 paragraphs
AND/OR
Journal contains many errors.
No journal produced.
Map Maker
Detailed map of the Western Territory and route of the expedition is created with landforms and major bodies of water.
Major events, Native American encounters, and discoveries are noted.
Map is neatly done and includes a legend.
Map contains most of the details of the Western Territory and route of the expedition.
Map is neatly done.
Missing one or two components:
Map contains many of the details of the Western Territory and route of the expedition.
Map is neatly done.
Missing three or four components:
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Map contains some of the details of the Western Territory and route of the expedition.
Map may not be neatly done.
Missing five or six components:
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Map contains few details of the Western Territory and route of the expedition.
Map may not be neatly done.
Missing seven or more components:
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No map created.
Inventory Specialist
A detailed inventory of new discoveries is created.
Project includes 3-4 detailed drawings and major facts about the items.
Details include where the item was found and why the discovery was important.
Inventor contains most of the new discoveries found on the journey.
Contains list of items.
Includes fewer than 3 drawings, or missing details.
Explanation lacking.
Inventor contains many of the new discoveries found on the journey.
Contains list of items.
Includes fewer than 2 drawings, or missing details.
No explanation.
Inventor contains some of the new discoveries found on the journey.
Contains list of items.
Includes only 1 drawings; may have missing details.
No explanation.
Inventor contains few of the new discoveries found on the journey.
Contains partial list of items.
No drawings; or may have missing details.
No explanation.
No inventory list or project.
Model Maker
Models of 3 or 4 items are created with color and attention to detail.
Notes accompany the model to highlight the major details about the items.
Models of 3 or 4 items are created with color and attention to detail.
Notes may not fully explain the items.
Models of only 2 items are created with color and attention to detail.
Notes may not fully explain the items.
Model of only 1 item is created with color and attention to detail.
Notes may not fully explain the items.
Model of only 1 item is created with little attention to detail.
Notes may not fully explain the items, or may be missing.
No models created.
Native American Ambassador
Report or poster is created to tell about the different tribes the explorers met along the way.
Includes the name of tribes and locations where they lived; the relationship between the explorers and the tribe, and how they were affected by this encounter.
Report or poster is created to tell about the different tribes the explorers met along the way.
Missing 1 component (as described for Level 5).
Poster is very neat and organized.
Report or poster is created to tell about the different tribes the explorers met along the way.
Missing 2 components (as described for Level 5).
Poster is neat and organized.
Report or poster is created to tell about the different tribes the explorers met along the way.
Missing 3 components (as described for Level 5).
Poster is somewhat neat and organized.
Report or poster is created to tell about the different tribes the explorers met along the way.
Missing explanation.
Poster is not neat and organized.
No project or report produced.
TEAM TOTAL SCORE
Team Members
TEAMWORK
PRESENTATION
INDIVIDUAL
TOTALS
possible points
9
21
25
55
Grade Scale 53-55 E+
51-52 E
47-50 S+
42-46 S
36-41 S-
<36 U **
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When you are through with your journey, you will understand the significance of the expedition by Lewis and Clark, and the events leading up to their departure. You will also develop an appreciation for the scope and magnitude of the trip, through discovery of artifacts, journal articles, and primary documents. You will have used technology to research the information, collect data, and create documents and graphic arts to demonstrate your understanding. And finally, you will have used your own special talents and skills to produce a product that demonstrates your understanding.
Best if all, you will have had fun learning!
Grizzly bears? Rattlesnakes? Treacherous water falls? Indians?
Are you ready for adventure? Are you brave enough to explore the unknown?
One thing's for sure, you'll need plenty of courage and stamina ! This is no backyard camping trip! You are about to join Captain Meriwether Lewis and William Clark and the Corps of Discovery on a journey to the unexplored West. President Thomas Jefferson has directed you to explore the land west of the Mississippi River with the goal of finding a waterway that would connect to the Pacific Ocean, and opening up trade to the West.
The Task
Your job will be to form a team of four or five specialists that will work together to report back to President Jefferson about the discoveries you've made, and chronicle the journey for future generations to come. Each team member will have a job to do, but you will need to work together to collect information and survive the trip. Will you be the Map Maker? the Model Designer? the Journalist? the Inventory Technician? or the Native American Ambassador? Are you ready for danger and adventure?
The Process
Follow each of the steps below in order. You will be guided through the journey with a series of instructions and links to expedition experts. Be sure to keep track of your journey and discoveries through notes and illustrations. You may want to use Inspiration to help organize your information.
STEP 1:
You will need to create a team of 4-5 specialists for this expedition. Each member will work on a different task for the team, so you will need to include individuals who are good at specific skills. (Your teacher may have some good ideas about how to choose team members that will work cooperatively together, and allow each member to have a job that matches his or her talents and skills!)
Next, decide who will become the specialist for each task.
Map Maker The Map Maker is a good artist and is good at copying an image or picture on paper. Drawing is a natural talent of the Map Maker, and creating detailed pictures neatly and creatively is a plus!
Inventory Specialist The Inventory Specialist is good at writing short descriptions of things, and good at sketching new objects. He or she needs to be very organized, because the Inventory Specialist will have to keep track of the new discoveries found on the trip.
Journalist The Journalist is a good writer, and someone who enjoys writing. Since he or she will be writing about the journey, the Journalist should be someone who can create a sense of excitement in the journal entries, specifically emphasizing "voice". Another important skill would be note-taking.
Model Maker The Model Maker is also a good artist, but he or she likes to work with 3 dimensional materials, like clay, wood, fabric, or wire. The Model Maker is also good at recreating miniature copies of actual places, objects, or creatures.
Native American Ambassador The Native American Ambassador is a great "people person!" He or she knows the right way to communicate with people from different cultures, and is interested in finding out how people from other cultures live.
Note: If you only have 4 members on the team, you can eliminate one of the specialists, but be sure to have a Journalist and a Map Maker!
STEP 3:
Your job is to collect data of the journey with as much detail as possible. At then end of the journey, you will need to present your findings to a highly educated committee organized by President Jefferson. They will decide whether your mission was a victorious success or a **dismal** failure! In order to provide them with as much information as possible, each of your team specialists will focus on a different part of the presentation. (Please click on the icon (picture) for your job for the specifics.) You will provide the following:
a detailed map of the Western Territory, including the trail followed by the explorers, the geographical land forms and bodies of water found there, major events along the way, and where they encountered Native American Tribes. (You may need to work with the N.A. Ambassador for this part!)
3-4 models of man-made structures, tools, and modes of transportation that the explorers created, used, or discovered along the way.
a graphic presentation of the new discoveries found by the explorers, to include plant and animal life, as well as any other **specimen** previously unknown to those in the eastern United States. You will need a list of the discoveries, plus a poster to include 3-4 of those discoveries with details about the discovery and a hand-drawn picture.
8-12 journal entries describing the journey throughout the two years the explorers were on the trail. Two or three entries may be selected to be read aloud within the presentation.
a presentation of the different tribes of Native Americans encountered along the way, along with information about how each tribe related to the explorers; for example, were they friendly or **hostile** ? You decide how best to present this information -- in a written report, a poster, or some other creative way.
To see how the panel will evaluate your presentation, click here !
To begin your journey, click here !
Now it's time to say goodbye and start off on your journey! Kiss your mother goodbye, and pack your bags. It's time to go!
The first part of our journey begins just north of St. Louis, Missouri at Wood River camp. Here you will stay as preparations are made for the trip.
To prepare you for your adventure, each member of the group should begin by completing the journey on the "Go West With Lewis and Clark" website. Click the words below to get started!
PS - If you're a JOURNALIST, you might want to pay attention to the JOURNAL signs on the different pages! They have short snippets of real journals kept during the expedition. There are also several "DID YOU KNOW" signs that offer information that might be helpful for all team members!
(When you are finished, just close the National Geographic site, and you'll see this page again!)
What's Next? Now that you have a little background knowledge, it's time to get to work.
Look for the picture that matches your job. (Position the mouse over the picture and a small title will come up letting you know which job it is!) Click on the picture to go to the page for your task. Whenever you need a reminder about what your job is, you can click on that picture to take you back to that page!
What do I do?
JOURNALIST
Where ever you are in this webquest, you can get back to this page by clicking on the journal icon (picture!). Refer back to this page to remind yourself what the task is!
1. Here is a reminder about the task you are responsible for:
* Create 8-12 journal entries describing the journey throughout the two years the explorers were on the trail. Two or three entries may be selected to be read aloud within the presentation.
3. Now begin your research! You will need to take notes as you navigate on the world wide web! Later, you will use these notes to write your journal entries, as if you were a member of the Corps of Discovery!
Here are some great links to help you get started! Be sure to include information from each leg of the journey.
Click on the boat to go to the Research Links page!
What do I do?
MAP MAKER
Where ever you are in this webquest, you can get back to this page by clicking on the map icon (picture!). Refer back to this page to remind yourself what the task is!
1. Here is a reminder about the task you are responsible for:
* Create a detailed map of the Western Territory, including the trail followed by the explorers.
3. Now begin your research! You will need to take notes as you navigate on the world wide web! Later, you will use these notes to create your map, as if you were a member of the Corps of Discovery!
Here are some great links to help you get started! Be sure to include information from each leg of the journey.
Click on the boat to go to the Research Links page!
What do I do?
Inventory Specialist
Where ever you are in this webquest, you can get back to this page by clicking on the pen & scroll icon (picture!). Refer back to this page to remind yourself what the task is!
1. Here is a reminder about the task you are responsible for:
* Create a list of the new "discoveries" that were found during the expedition.
3. Now begin your research! You will need to take notes as you navigate on the world wide web! Later, you will use these notes to create your list and item detail sheets, as if you were a member of the Corps of Discovery!
some great links to help you get started! Be sure to include information from each leg
of the journey.
Click on the boat to go to the Research Links
page!
What do I do?
Model Maker
Where ever you are in this webquest, you can get back to this page by clicking on the model ship icon (picture!). Refer back to this page to remind yourself what the task is!
1. Here is a reminder about the task you are responsible for:
* Create 3 or 4 models of items the explorers used, created, or discovered on their journey.
MODEL MAKING TIPS
3. Now begin your research! You will need to take notes as you navigate on the world wide web! Later, you will use these notes to create sketches and models of the items you choose, along with detailed descriptions, as if you were a member of the Corps of Discovery!
Here are
some great links to help you get started! Be sure to include information from each leg
of the journey.
Click on the boat to go to the Research Links
page!
What do I do?
Native American Ambassador
Where ever you are in this webquest, you can get back to this page by clicking on the Native American icon (picture!). Refer back to this page to remind yourself what the task is!
1. Here is a reminder about the task you are responsible for:
* Create a presentation or report about the different Native American tribes that the Lewis and Clark expedition encountered along the way.
2. Now begin your research! You will need to take notes as you navigate on the world wide web! Later, you will use these notes to create your report or poster about the Native American tribes, along with detailed descriptions. Create your presentation as if you were a member of the Corps of Discovery!
Here are
some great links to help you get started! Be sure to include information from each leg
of the journey.
Click on the boat to go to the Research Links
page!
May 27th, 2009|| ||
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Inventory Specialist (6)
Journalist (8)
Map Maker (5)
Model Maker (14)
Native American Ambassador (11)
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Evaluation
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Each team will be judged on several criteria listed below. Each specialist is responsible for his or her own part in the project, but the group will also be graded on their presentation and on how well they worked together during the preparation and research phases of the project.
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Each team member must complete the portion of the project that is assigned to their specialty area.
* Each team member's project must be completed as described on the specialist pages.
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TEAMWORK RUBRIC
3
2
1
0
Teamwork
Team members worked together, got along during group work times and cooperated with each other at all times.
Team members worked together, got along during group work times and cooperated with each other most of the time.
Team members worked together, got along during group work times and cooperated with each other occasionally.
No evidence of team members working cooperatively.
Sharing
Team members helped each other to collect data. Sites, data, or other information was shared often by several members.
Team members frequently helped each other to collect data. Sites, data, or other information was shared often by 2-3 members.
Team members only rarely helped each other to collect data, or only one team member shared frequently.
No evidence of team members sharing data or information.
Encouraging
Evaluator frequently witnessed team members giving compliments/praise to others in the group. Positive non-verbal communication may have been observed.
Evaluator sometimes witnessed team members giving compliments/praise to others in the group. Positive non-verbal communication may have been observed.
Evaluator only rarely witnessed team members giving compliments or praise to others in their group.
No evidence of team members encouraging each other.
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3
2
1
Organization
Presentation is well-organized in how information is presented.
Presentation is somewhat organized in how information is presented.
Presentation lacks organization.
Preparation
Team members met several times to plan and the presentation reflected good preparation.
Some planning and preparation is evident from the presentation.
Preparation showed evidence of little planning and preparation.
Content
Presentation included maximum information.
Information was accurate and significant.
Presentation included sufficient information.
Information was mostly accurate and significant.
Presentation included minimum information.
Some information was accurate and significant. Though some inaccuracies may be present.
Voice
All team members spoke clearly and loudly during the presentation.
Most team members spoke clearly and loudly during the presentation.
Few team members spoke clearly and loudly during the presentation.
Q & A
The team was able to answer all questions
The team was able to answer most questions
The team was able to answer few questions
Participation
All team members participated equally.
Most team members participated.
Some team members participated.
Utilization of assignments
The projects each team member created were used creatively during the presentation.
The projects each team member created were referenced during the presentation.
The projects each team member created were not used meaningfully during the presentation.
BONUS:
Costumes & Props
Most members wore costumes or used props to enhance their presentation.
Some members wore costumes or used props to enhance their presentation.
One member wore a costume or used props to enhance their presentation.
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5 (E)
4 (S+)
3 (S)
2 (S-)
1 (U)
0 (U)
Journalist
Journal created with 8-12 meaningful entries that reflect historical events.
Each entry is at least 2-3 paragraphs.
Journal is well written and free from mechanical errors.
Journal fewer than 8entries
OR
Entries are not 2-3 paragraphs
OR
Journal entries contain few errors.
Journal has fewer than 6 entries
AND/OR
Entries are not 2-3 paragraphs
AND/OR
Journal contains some errors.
Journal has fewer than 4 entries
AND/OR
Entries are not 2-3 paragraphs
AND/OR
Journal contains several errors.
Journal has 2 or fewer entries
AND/OR
Entries are not 2-3 paragraphs
AND/OR
Journal contains many errors.
No journal produced.
Map Maker
Detailed map of the Western Territory and route of the expedition is created with landforms and major bodies of water.
Major events, Native American encounters, and discoveries are noted.
Map is neatly done and includes a legend.
Map contains most of the details of the Western Territory and route of the expedition.
Map is neatly done.
Missing one or two components:
Map contains many of the details of the Western Territory and route of the expedition.
Map is neatly done.
Missing three or four components:
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Map contains some of the details of the Western Territory and route of the expedition.
Map may not be neatly done.
Missing five or six components:
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Map contains few details of the Western Territory and route of the expedition.
Map may not be neatly done.
Missing seven or more components:
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No map created.
Inventory Specialist
A detailed inventory of new discoveries is created.
Project includes 3-4 detailed drawings and major facts about the items.
Details include where the item was found and why the discovery was important.
Inventor contains most of the new discoveries found on the journey.
Contains list of items.
Includes fewer than 3 drawings, or missing details.
Explanation lacking.
Inventor contains many of the new discoveries found on the journey.
Contains list of items.
Includes fewer than 2 drawings, or missing details.
No explanation.
Inventor contains some of the new discoveries found on the journey.
Contains list of items.
Includes only 1 drawings; may have missing details.
No explanation.
Inventor contains few of the new discoveries found on the journey.
Contains partial list of items.
No drawings; or may have missing details.
No explanation.
No inventory list or project.
Model Maker
Models of 3 or 4 items are created with color and attention to detail.
Notes accompany the model to highlight the major details about the items.
Models of 3 or 4 items are created with color and attention to detail.
Notes may not fully explain the items.
Models of only 2 items are created with color and attention to detail.
Notes may not fully explain the items.
Model of only 1 item is created with color and attention to detail.
Notes may not fully explain the items.
Model of only 1 item is created with little attention to detail.
Notes may not fully explain the items, or may be missing.
No models created.
Native American Ambassador
Report or poster is created to tell about the different tribes the explorers met along the way.
Includes the name of tribes and locations where they lived; the relationship between the explorers and the tribe, and how they were affected by this encounter.
Report or poster is created to tell about the different tribes the explorers met along the way.
Missing 1 component (as described for Level 5).
Poster is very neat and organized.
Report or poster is created to tell about the different tribes the explorers met along the way.
Missing 2 components (as described for Level 5).
Poster is neat and organized.
Report or poster is created to tell about the different tribes the explorers met along the way.
Missing 3 components (as described for Level 5).
Poster is somewhat neat and organized.
Report or poster is created to tell about the different tribes the explorers met along the way.
Missing explanation.
Poster is not neat and organized.
No project or report produced.
Team Members
TEAMWORK
PRESENTATION
INDIVIDUAL
TOTALS
possible points
9
21
25
55
Grade Scale
53-55 E+
51-52 E
47-50 S+
42-46 S
36-41 S-
<36 U **
When you are through with your journey, you will understand the significance of the expedition by Lewis and Clark, and the events leading up to their departure. You will also develop an appreciation for the scope and magnitude of the trip, through discovery of artifacts, journal articles, and primary documents. You will have used technology to research the information, collect data, and create documents and graphic arts to demonstrate your understanding. And finally, you will have used your own special talents and skills to produce a product that demonstrates your understanding.
Best if all, you will have had fun learning!